Audible Editor Reviews

Editors Select, September 2013 - I’ve had an advanced reader’s copy of Rogue for quite some time, but I only read it recently as I was so reluctant to say goodbye to the world that Gina Damico created. The final book in her Croak trilogy took me on a roller coaster of emotions – all the way from laughing to uncontrollably sobbing. This remarkable ability to seamlessly infuse wit and sarcasm with such a grim subject matter truly sets Damico apart. In Rogue, we follow Lex, Uncle Mort, Driggs, and our other favorite grim reapers on their quest to save the Afterlife. While I won’t spoil who wins the war, I will encourage you to keep a tissue box nearby. Jessica Almasy, who did an incredible job bringing these characters to life and giving them each their own unique voice in Books 1 and 2, returns to narrate. Katie, Audible Editor

Publisher's Summary

Lex, a teenage Grim Reaper, has the power to damn souls - and it’s getting out of control. Her boyfriend, Driggs, is dead - sort of. She’s a fugitive, on the run from the maniacal new mayor of Croak and the townspeople who want to see her pay the price for her misdeeds.

Uncle Mort rounds up the Junior Grims to flee Croak once again, but this time they’re joined by Grotton, the most powerful Grim of all time. Their new mission is clear: Fix his mistakes, or the Afterlife will cease to exist, along with all the souls in it. The gang heads for Necropolis, the labyrinth-like capital city of the Grimsphere. There, they discover that the Grimsphere needs a reboot. To do that, the portals to the Afterlife must be destroyed...but even that may not be enough to fix the damage.

Things go from bad to worse, and when at last the fate of the afterlife and all the souls of the damned hang in the balance, it falls to Lex and her friends to make one final, impossible choice.

I would recommend this to friends who like reading "teen" books - I am an adult in her 40's so it's not often I find a teen book that has a story I can get into.<br/>This is a different take on grim reapers, so that made it quite enjoyable to read

Great end to a wonderful beginning. I was drawn in by the story and the narrator kept my attention and I finished the trilogy in the span of 2 weeks. I wish the story never ended but I enjoyed every second of it.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Eric

Allentown, PA, United States

2/11/13

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"Perfect trilogy ender"

Heartwrenchingly terrible, great - perfect and amazing. I swear to god if anyone ever tries to make this into a movie I will damn them, I will damn them right there on the spot. Oh wait, that wasn't the point... I'm sorry, I'm sorry. I can't help myself. This book, this trilogy, is exactly how it should be, Gina Damico you are brilliant.

4 of 6 people found this review helpful

Marjorie

West Allis, WI, United States

12/10/13

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Performance

Story

"NOOOOOO!"

What did you love best about Rogue?

Sacrifice for the greater good. Wow.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Rogue?

Oh every time Mort catches Lex and Driggs in the act. SO FUNNY!

Which scene was your favorite?

The ending. Heartbreaking. Talk about selflessness.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

How far would you go to right a wrong?

Any additional comments?

I am sooooo sad to see this series end. I really loved the town of Croak and Lex and the gang. I'll miss these Grims, I feel invested in them. That means Ms. Damico did her job right. I love that even though this was a quite heavy book, it still had those moments of humor which was desperately needed. I'm so glad I picked up the series. HIGHLY recommended.

4 of 6 people found this review helpful

Loel G.

Northern California

2/12/16

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"What a trilogy!!!! Highly recommend this Author!"

This author does it all : love, comedy, sadness, whimsy, cute, scary, honor, and excitement.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

mmdzyn

Cochiti Lake, NM United States

17/11/16

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"Many twists"

and turns. great characters altho had to slow voice to 85 because it was quite young. Reader did many voices well.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Michelle

Olathe, KS, United States

23/09/16

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"Start to finish fun"

This is the last of the series and it's wrapped up so neatly. The whole trio is well worth the listen. Adult or young adult this book and series is a solid read for all!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Dione LaBossiere

27/03/16

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"WTF...."

Why isn't this series a flipping movie or something because I loved it. All though the ending Brought tears to my eyes I was happy lol. U need to red this series or u haven't been touched by the grim reaper story's of Croak, Scorch, and Rouge

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Lulu

16/03/16

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"Good finale"

a great ending to a great series, well performed by the narrator, I would recommend them all even if sci-fi fantasy isn't your thing

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Christine Lacasse

24/11/15

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"Dubious decisions and actions kills the story"

what is an imaginative world comes crashing in this last book. One particular decision not to use crashing doesn't stick trough out and really feel like the author needed to add 100 pages and came up with that excuse.

didn't buy it and detracted from enjoying the last book of the series.

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george pranckus

20/09/15

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"I Wish the Show Would Go On"

If you could sum up Rogue in three words, what would they be?

Give. Me. More.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Would you ask a father to pick his favorite child? I love them all for who they are and what they bring to the story.

Have you listened to any of Jessica Almasy’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, the previous 2 books in the trilogy. I thoroughly enjoy her performance and would be happy to have her read other books I'm interested in.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes and no. Yes, because the book is gripping and I couldn't put it down. No, because this is the final chapter and I didn't want the story to end.

Any additional comments?

One of the best endings I have ever had the privilege of reading. An excellent trilogy.

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